The social determinants of health are defined as:

The main concept of Pender’s health promotion model is that individuals generally engage in behavior that is likely to result in a positive outcome.

Pender’s model focuses on three areas: individual characteristics and experiences, behavior-specific cognitions and affect, and behavioral outcomes.

The model suggests that individuals will engage in health-promoting behaviors if they believe that the behavior will lead to a positive outcome.

Choice A is not the answer because behavior change is not a one-dimensional effect according to Pender’s model.

Choice B is not the answer because while a perceived threat to health can motivate individuals to take action, it is not the main concept of Pender’s model.

Choice C is not the answer because while individuals may change their behavior at different rates, it is not the main concept of Pender’s model.

The guide provides public officials as well as others involved in disaster and emergency communications with information about effective communication, working with the media, using social media, and addressing errors and controlling rumors.

Choice B: The general public and their pets are not mentioned in the guidelines.

Choice C: First responders and their families are not mentioned in the guidelines.

Choice D: Neighboring countries and their populations are not mentioned in the guidelines.